http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/ Welcome to Been there. Your tips on the places you know - that you love, live in or have just visited - are what make this guide. http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18379 Just the place for a rainy day.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18379 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17755
The rides are all good fun, especially 'The Big One', and all cost around £1-2 each. Or you can get a £30 day pass.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17755 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16861
Another option is taking a ferry and train combination from Osaka to Hokkaido. Unfortunately, the ferry takes a lot of time - 19 hours one way, plus a couple of hours for the train. So flight seems to be the best option here.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16861 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16082
Worthy to climb the Lion Hill or take the guided tour around the spot for five euros (especially the tour mirrors the battlefield spirit). Also maps are only 1.50 euros.

It is best to visit on a Sunday, as that's the day for the famous flea market in Waterloo (next to Careffour supermarket) with antiques and about 300 food stalls.

Waterloo is approachable by train (a return is only three euros on weekend) from central station, or by bus from Brussels.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16082 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16075
If you find you have been booked into a low number coach don't despair. Go the the Eurostar help desk on Waterloo station and explain your predicament. They will place you in a more convenient coach if at all possible.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16075 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16055
The tram trundles along avenues of Art Nouveau mansions and impressive embassies, past parks, boating lakes (and Brussels tram museum!), and even through a forest all on its own, on a dedicated track away from all other traces of civilisation!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16055 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15944 seat61.com. It is informative, user firendly and very helpful!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15944 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15823
What had previously been a stressful and lengthy journey on the autobahn for us (with small children), became an adventure!

We arrived at our destination mid afternoon smiling and relaxed. There is also a viewing area at the front of the train, and for techies a computer screen which gives information on train speeds etc en route.

We will definitely do this again, it was a highlight of the holiday!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15823 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15822
One downside of inter-railing is that many travellers feel obliged to be on the move as much as possible and don't spend enough time in any one place.

Now, however, inter-rail tickets are available for a set number of days travel within a longer period, e.g. 10 days travel in a 22 day period, forcing you to stop and enjoy your destinations while still getting value from your ticket!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15822 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15820
Failure to do so can result in a hefty fine and an embarrassing situation when the guard comes to check your ticket once on board!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15820 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15793 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15793 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15770
This allows unlimited travel throughout Alsace as well as Basle in Switzerland and parts of Lorraine.

It is available at the bargain price of 13.50 Euros per day and for parties of 2-5 travelling together it is exceptional value at 26.60 Euros for the whole group.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15770 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15749
It's expensive (around £35-40) and unnecessary. the train will take you into the centre in 15-20 minutes for 3.60euros.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15749 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15743
Just ask. This service normally costs £10. I didn't know until someone pointed it out to me as I had so much luggage I had to ask for help.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15743 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15670
Over a hundred years old, the fantastic Gothic canopy is held up by huge cast iron pillars (made in Scotland actually, where the only foundry large enough to make them was located!).

The whole structure reminds one of a vast cathedral. Outside too is most impressive, with outstanding stone carvings and a most impressive facade.

Although constantly noisy and busy, the station is world class and should be savoured, not swallowed and forgotten! Enjoy.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15670 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15592
All the classics, fantastic surroundings, plate of oysters and a chilled bottle of something lets you drowse contentedly all the way back to Londres!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15592 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15563
The high-speed "Meteor" line is driverless so you can sit at the front and enjoy an exhilerating driver's eye view along the eerie twisting tunnels.

It is much faster and better than London's Docklands Light Railway. Get off at Bercy Station to admire the platform's lush underground jungle.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15563 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15554 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15554 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15373 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15373 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15349 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15349